truck drivers

The Trump administration is cutting US fuel economy standards back to 2014 levels, according to Ars Technica. The rollback would undo more than a decade of efficiency requirements for cars and light trucks, drawing criticism from environmental groups while being welcomed by some in the auto industry who oppose stricter mandates.

A trucking industry executive is publicly pushing back against rumors of a nationwide trucker strike, dismissing talk of a coordinated work stoppage. The comments come as chatter about a possible strike has circulated widely, raising concerns about potential disruptions to freight and supply chains. The executive's statement is aimed at calming carriers, drivers and shippers who have been asking whether industrial action is imminent.